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MBC ‐ 2015 716.1 AND NFPA 80 REQUIREMENTS

Swing Type Fire Door Inspections Initial and Annual

Course Description

This one hour course reviews how building owners shall ensure the publics safety for fire rated means of egress swing type fire doors, provide initial and annual inspection reports to the AHJ, and how this meets the MBC and NFPA‐80.

Course Objective

 Discuss Building Code Correlations regarding need to

inspect swing type fire doors.

 Review NFPA‐80 requirements for initial and annual

inspections.

 Roles of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), Building

Owner, and Certified Fire Door Inspector.

 Deliverables to the Owner and AHJ.

Michigan Building Code

 Where in the Michigan Building Code‐2015 is NFPA 80

referenced?

Michigan Building Code

Where in the Michigan Building Code‐2015 is NFPA 80 referenced? Chapter 7, Section 716.5 ties swing type fire doors and shutter assemblies to NFPA 80‐2013, which states…….

Michigan Building Code

 Where in the Michigan Building Code‐2015 is NFPA 80

referenced?

 Chapter 7, Section 716.5 ties swing type fire doors and shutter

assemblies to NFPA 80‐2013, which states…….

 716.5 Fire doors and shutter assemblies. Approved fire door

and fire shutter assemblies shall be constructed of any material or assembly of component materials that conforms to the test requirements of Section 716.5.1, 716.5.2, or 716.5.3 and the fire protection rating indication in Table 716.5 Fire door frames with transom lights, side lights, or both shall be permitted in accordance with Section 716.5.6. Fire door assemblies and shutters shall be installed in accordance with the provisions of this section and NFPA 80.

Michigan Building Code

 Also, Chapter 35 references NFPA 80‐13 is based from

Chapter 716.5 requirement.

NFPA 80‐13

 NFPA states:  “Use of NFPA documents for regulatory purposes should

be accomplished through adoption by reference. These include both use, by reference, in laws and regulations, and use in private self‐regulation, standardization, and the promotion of safe practices and methods…”

NFPA 80‐13

 Section 5.2 Inspection and Testing  5.2.1 Upon completion of the installation, door, shutters, and

window assemblies, shall be inspected and tested in accordance with 5.2.4.

 5.2.2 A record of all inspections and testing shall be signed by

the inspector and kept for inspection by the AHJ.

 5.2.2.1 Records of acceptance tests shall be retained for the

life of the assembly.

 5.2.2.2 Unless a longer period is required by Section 5.4,

records shall be retained for a period of at least 3 years.

 5.2.2.3The records shall be on a medium that will survive the

retention period. Paper or electronic media shall be permitted.

NFPA 80‐13

Section 5.2.2.4 A record of inspections and testing shall be provided that includes, but is not limited to, the following information:

• 1. Date of Inspections
• 2. Name of facility.
• 3. Address of facility.
• 4. Name of person(s) performing inspections and testing.
• 5. Company name and address of inspecting company.
• 6. Signature of inspector of record.

NFPA 80‐13

Section 5.2.2.4 A record of all inspections and testing shall be provided that includes, but is not limited to, the following information:

7.

Individual record of each inspection and tested fire door assembly.

• 8. Opening identifier and location of each inspected and

tested fire door assembly.

• 9. Type and description of each inspected and tested fire door

assembly.

• 10. Verification of visual inspection and functional operation.
• 11. Listing of deficiencies in accordance with 5.2.3 Section 5.3,

and Section 5.4.

NFPA 80‐13

 5.2.3 Acceptance Testing  5.2.3.1 Acceptance testing of fire door and fire window

assemblies shall be performed by a qualified person with knowledge and understanding of the operating components

• f the type of assembly being subject to testing.

 5.2.3.2 Before testing a visual inspection shall be performed

to identify any damaged or missing parts that can create a hazard during testing or effect operation or resetting.

 5.2.3.3 Acceptance testing shall include the closing of the

door by all means of activation.

 5.2.3.4 A record of these inspections and testing shall be

made in accordance with 5.2.2.

NFPA 80‐13

NFPA 80‐13

Section 5.2.4 Periodic Inspections and Testing 5.2.4.1 Periodic inspections and testing shall be performed not less than annually. 5.2.4.2 As a minimum, the provisions of 5.2.3 shall be included in the periodic inspection and testing procedure. 5.2.4.3 Inspections shall include an operational test for automatic‐closing doors and windows to verify that the assembly will close under fire conditions. 5.2.4.4The assembly shall reset after an actual test. 5.2.4.5 Resetting of the release mechanism shall be done in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 5.2.4.6 Hardware shall be examined, and inoperative hardware, parts, or other defective items shall be replaced without delay.

NFPA 80‐13

NFPA 80‐13

 Who can perform these inspections?

 The 2007 edition of NFPA 80 (and all subsequent editions)

requires fire door assemblies be inspected each year by someone knowledgeable about the type of assembly being

• inspected. The 2013 edition added a requirement for the

inspections to be performed by a “qualified person,” defined as follows:

NFPA 80‐13

 Who can perform these inspections?

 The 2007 edition of NFPA 80 (and all subsequent editions)

requires fire door assemblies be inspected each year by someone knowledgeable about the type of assembly being

• inspected. The 2013 edition added a requirement for the

inspections to be performed by a “qualified person,” defined as follows:

 3.3.96 Qualified Person. A person who, by possession of a

recognized degree, certificate, professional standing or skill, and who, by knowledge, training, and experience has demonstrated the ability to deal with the subject matter, the work, or the project.

MBC and NFPA 80 Roles

 This information is not meant to provide any legal advice

• r set precedent. None of this material on the role function
• r jurisdictional authority cited in this course is to be used
• r referenced as legal counsel or advice.

MBC and NFPA 80 Roles Authority Having Jurisdiction

 Role of the AHJ‐The AHJ is ultimately responsible for

interpreting whether or not an application, situation or installation is code compliant and has the authority to decide under common and legislated law precedents.

 The AHJ should review each inspection report submitted

by the Certified Fire Door Inspector (CFDI) once submitted to the owner.

 The owner should work with the AHJ to ensure non‐

compliant items are remedied to the satisfaction of the AHJ and re‐inspections are completed and on file.

MBC and NFPA 80 Roles Building Owner

 Role of the Owner –The building owner is tasked with

ensuring that all of their listed fire door assemblies are compliant under the NFPA 80‐2007 edition (or later) of the Standard for Doors and Other Opening Protectives. The owner may choose a “Responsible Person in Charge” who oversees the adherence to the required inspections.

 The owner has two options:

 1 – Hire a Fire Door Inspector  2‐ Solicit the AHJ for approval of an employee to be responsible for the

Annual Fire Door Inspection.

MBC and NFPA 80 Roles Building Owner

 Caution to owner: employee acting as the fire door

inspector.

 This may cause a conflict of interest with performing the

inspections, filing reports and performing the necessary repairs.

 Best practice for the AHJ usually will be to have an outside agency

perform the inspections and provide the report to eliminate any conflicts of interest.

 The Building Owner or Responsible Person in Charge is

responsible for giving access to the facility, providing plans or blue prints, safe working environment, and identifying which doors are to be inspected based on the approved final plans for the building.

MBC and NFPA 80 Roles Building Owner

 Responsible for working with the AHJ to determine

which, if any, of the non‐compliant doors will need to be repaired.

 Provide a work plan acceptable to the AHJ to remedy any

no‐compliant matters noted in the report.

MBC and NFPA 80 Roles Fire Door Inspector

 Role of the Fire Door Inspector

 Inspecting listed and labeled fire door assemblies according to the

guidelines set forth in the NFPA‐80 standards for Doors and Other Opening Protectives.

 Provide a professionally written report with concise details of any

discrepancies clearly annotated.

 Provide the owner with access to this report.  Provide the AHJ with access to this report.  Professional Fire Door Inspectors are governed by a code of ethics with

duties to the Public, Continuing Education, and to the Profession.

MBC and NFPA 80 Roles Fire Door Inspector

 Role of the Fire Door Inspector

 Continuing Education‐

 Responsible to keep knowledge up to date of the fire door assemblies

manufactures of listed hardware.

 Be current in knowledge of the existing codes as well as past building

codes and fire codes.

 Most importantly, the Fire Door Inspector works for the

AHJ, even though they are hired by the building owner.

Types of Inspections

 There two types of inspections: 1.

Performance based inspections.

2.

Periodic Inspections.

Types of Inspections

 1. Performance based inspections.

 Permitted to be inspected, tested, and maintained under a written

performance‐based program.

 Will perform its intended function when exposed to fire conditions.  Technical justification for inspection, testing and maintenance shall be

documented in writing.

 Shall include historical data acceptable to the AHJ.  The AHJ is the approval authority when the performance based option is used

in lieu of the annual inspection cycle.

 Goals established under a performance‐based program shall provide

assurance that the fire door assembly will perform it’s intended function when exposed to fire conditions.

 Technical justification for inspection, testing and maintenance intervals shall

be documented in writing.

 The performance‐based option shall include historical data acceptable to the

AHJ.

Types of Inspections

 2. Periodic Inspections

 Annual Inspections, written report by a qualified person (CFDI) with

access to the Owner and the AHJ.

 All non‐compliant assemblies shall be re‐inspected after remedied

and the report noted of same.

Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance

 Operability – shall be operable at all times and shall be in

the closed and latched or arranged for automatic closing.

 Field modifications – only those modifications permitted

by the manufacturer or listing agency will be allowed. This will require field labeling to be applied by certified persons or companies for the specific modification.

 Non‐fire rated doors placed in rated openings shall be

replaced with the properly rated door.

 Fire rated doors removed or no longer used, the opening

shall be filled in to maintain the required rating of the wall.

Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance

 Prevention of door blockage.  Maintenance of closing mechanisms.  Repair of damaged or inoperable assembly items.  Fill all holes with metal fasteners, or with same material as

door.

 Gasketing shall be included in inspection if required by the

certifying agency.

13 Point Inspection

13 Point Inspection

1.

Labels are clearly visible and legible.

• 2. No open holes or breaks exist in surfaces of either the door
• r the frame.

3.

Glazing, vision light frames and glazing beads are intact and securely fastened and properly rated.

• 4. The door, frame, hinges, hardware and non‐combustible

threshold are secured, aligned and in working order.

5.

No parts are missing or broken.

• 6. Door clearances‐ left edge, right edge, top edge, bottom

edge and center pair.

13 Point Inspection

7.

The self closing device is operational, that is, the active door completely closes when operated from the full open position.

8.

If a coordinator is installed, the in‐active leaf closes before the active leaf.

9.

Latching hardware operates and secures the door when it is in the closed position.

• 10. Auxiliary hardware items that interfere or prohibit operation are

not installed on the door or frame

• 11. No field modifications to the door assembly have been

performed that void the label.

• 12. Gasketing and edge seals, where required, are inspected to verify

their presence and integrity.

• 13. Signage affixed to a door meets the requirements listed in 4.1.4‐

area is less than 5%, attachment is adhesive not mechanical, not

• n glazing, and does not impair door assembly operation .

13 Point Inspection

13 Point Inspection

Sample Inspection Excerpts

Sample Inspection Excerpts

Swing Type Fire Door Inspections

 Questions and answers.  Closing comments.  Thank you for your time.